LA Times · Jan 12, 2021
Former USC running back Markese Stepp will transfer to Nebraska
USC running back Markese Stepp warms up before the Pac-12 championship game against Oregon on Dec 18.The running back who seemed destined to take the reins of USC’s backfield is instead headed to Nebraska.
Two weeks after entering the NCAA transfer portal, Markese Stepp announced on social media Tuesday that he’s committed to join the Cornhuskers.
USC coach Clay Helton suggested last week that the door was still open for the power back to return to the Trojans. But after USC’s rushing attack diminished and Stepp’s role disappeared with it, the redshirt sophomore is opting for a new start in Nebraska, where his bruising rushing style could prove to be more of a natural fit.